Rapid Strip Test for Histamine Detection in Fish and Other Food Samples

The HistaStrip™ Test Kit is a convenient dipstick technology for the rapid visual detection of histamine in a variety of sample types. The test strips can detect unsafe levels of histamine in only 4 minutes without the use of organic solvents or heating steps.

The HistaStrip™ test strips contain a pad embedded with enzyme that reacts specifically with histamine to reduce a dye indicator, producing a color change for easy visual interpretation of results. When the strips are dipped into samples containing histamine, the pad rapidly changes from white to a color designating the histamine concentration present in the food or drink. Detection capabilities using the strips are well below global action levels. The self-contained, visual test enables easy testing in and out of the laboratory.

The HistaStrip™ can also give full quantitative results using the QuickSTAR™ Strip Reader enabling the customer to determine exact levels of histamine in the sample and easily save data to a computer and quality assurance system.